Kawasaki introduces the KLR 650

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Have you got it in you to ride off the tarmac, Then here is what will interest you, Kawasaki introduces KLR 650.

 

The KLR650 is the motorcycle you want when your travel plans take you through all sorts of terrain, off-road or on. Its sturdy single-cylinder engine provides good power and reasonably good fuel efficiency. Comfortable wind protection and a 5.8-gallon fuel tank ensure that riders can go a long way between stops. An aluminum rear cargo rack has plenty of space to accommodate saddlebags or a tail bag as well. With its low end torque, it is absolutely fantastic to ride in city traffic as well.

For the KLR 650,

  • 651cc of displacement
  • 280mm dual piston caliper for the front and 240mm single-piston caliper, both are petal style discs.
  • Combined with the suspension package, the brake set-up turns the Kawasaki tour into a fun, functional commuter on any every imaginable surface it gets on.
  • 5 Gear Transmission

 In international markets, it’s really affordable at just $5,999 so it shouldn't be a problem to buy if you’re in the market for a touring bike.

Specs as Follows:

 

Specifications

Engine Four-stroke, DOHC, four-valve single
Displacement 651cc
Bore x Stroke 100.0 x 83.0mm
Compression ratio 9.8:1
Cooling System Liquid
Carburetion Keihin CVK40
Ignition Electric CDI
Transmission Five-speed
Final drive Chain
Frame Type Semi-double cradle, high-tensile steel
Rake/Trail 28 degrees / 4.4 in.
Front suspension / wheel travel 41mm telescopic fork / 7.9 in.
Rear suspension / wheel travel Uni-Trak® single-shock system with 5-way preload and stepless rebound damping / 7.3 in.
Front Tire Size 90/90x21
Rear Tire Size 130/80x17
Front brakes / rear brakes Single 280mm petal-type disc, two-piston caliper / Single 240mm disc, single-piston caliper
Overall length 90.4 in.
Overall width 37.8 in.
Overall height 53.1 in.
Ground clearance 8.3 in.
Seat height 35.0 in.
Curb weight 432 lbs.
Fuel capacity 5.8 gal.
Wheelbase 58.3 in.
Color Choices Metallic Flat Raw Graystone / Ebony, Candy Plasma Blue / Galaxy Silver, Candy Burnt Orange / Galaxy Silver
Good Times™ Protection Plan 12, 24, 36 or 48 months
Warranty 12 Months

 

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  • something about the bike made me LOL

    Posted by rattle, 07/09/2011 5:59pm (9 months ago)

  • ^^Make it 2...I've been thinking of this bike since ages now :)

    Posted by Deepak Dongre, 07/09/2011 4:16pm (9 months ago)

  • Bajaj Please launch it.. you have atlease 1 confirmed sales for it :P

    Posted by aditya, 07/09/2011 3:39pm (9 months ago)

  • Is this going to make its debut in India?

    Posted by Pavan, 07/09/2011 12:56pm (9 months ago)

  • Thanks to Sanket who guided me to this post. Would really wish to own one!

    Posted by Deepak Dongre, 07/09/2011 8:43am (9 months ago)